Teddie Firekeeper is Daunis’s aunt on her father’s side and serves as her mentor. Teddie connects Daunis to her father’s family and provides guidance on being an honorable Ojibwe woman. She speaks candidly with Daunis on difficult subjects and is instrumental in her healing.

Levi Firekeeper is Daunis’s half-brother, sharing a love for hockey and complex familial ties. He presents a charming facade but reveals selfish ambitions over time, contrasting Daunis’s journey of growth.

Uncle David, who passed away before the story begins, remains an influential presence in Daunis’s life. His lessons, love, and role as a former Confidential Informant guide Daunis throughout her journey.

“Jamie Johnson” is Daunis’s love interest and a new police officer. As a character of mystery with Cherokee heritage, Jamie navigates his own journey while developing a genuine relationship with Daunis.

Grant and Mike Edwards are father-son antagonists in *Firekeeper’s Daughter*. They exploit their wealth and privilege for personal gain and abuse, representing exploitative outsiders on Native land.